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Forum: Pontiac - Boost 08-15-2023, 07:11 PM
Replies: 18
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Posted By Marv
The combo Charlie66 posted looks pretty good....

The combo Charlie66 posted looks pretty good. Personally I'd stay away from the super-cheap eBay or Holset turbos. A BW will work, but there are (in my non-engineer-opinion) better options out there...
Forum: Pontiac - Boost 08-14-2023, 06:42 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,183
Posted By Marv
Kris if you want to be taken seriously you...

Kris if you want to be taken seriously you probably need to quote yourself in your sig, mate. And not bother with any of this personal experience nonsense.
Forum: EFI Tech 06-25-2023, 06:43 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,444
Posted By Marv
Does it batch fire injectors or is it sequential...

Does it batch fire injectors or is it sequential timing and fuelling?



There is a much steeper curve but this is the same as buying an off the shelf crate motor vs setting up an engine to suit...
Forum: EFI Tech 06-25-2023, 05:28 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,444
Posted By Marv
The way I see it piecing your own EFI system...

The way I see it piecing your own EFI system together allows you to spec your system out to your needs, lets you pick the ECU you want to run (or have prior experience tuning), and going...
Forum: EFI Tech 06-22-2023, 07:35 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,444
Posted By Marv
I did custom 2x4 EFI on my 389 for my '64...

I did custom 2x4 EFI on my 389 for my '64 Bonneville build.

http://forums.maxperformanceinc.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=614687&stc=1&d=1687476733

The throttle bodies were a pair of...
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 05-24-2023, 10:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 538
Posted By Marv
You'd have to put a turnbuckle or something in to...

You'd have to put a turnbuckle or something in to switch it from a push-type actuation to a pull-type.
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 05-24-2023, 04:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 538
Posted By Marv
Ahh that's right I think that option is only on...

Ahh that's right I think that option is only on the Terminator and Dominator
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 05-23-2023, 05:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 538
Posted By Marv
I converted to cable throttle on mine, then ended...

I converted to cable throttle on mine, then ended up changing to a drive-by-wire e-throttle as they're far easier to set-up and nicer to use.
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 03-21-2023, 03:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,187
Posted By Marv
I'm biased but big Pontiacs and supercharged LS...

I'm biased but big Pontiacs and supercharged LS engines are great :D (when done right and not this junkyard 5.3 nonsense people love to beat up)

I'd love an RS chassis under mine :D
Forum: LS Talk 02-23-2023, 06:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,399
Posted By Marv
Seems to work fine - has good pedal feel and...

Seems to work fine - has good pedal feel and never has an issue pulling up.
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 01-06-2023, 03:20 AM
Replies: 334
Views: 20,054
Posted By Marv
Thanks Stuart. I've been mates with Marty (MCM),...

Thanks Stuart. I've been mates with Marty (MCM), Benny (BCW), Al (Skid Factory) and the Haltech guys for nearly 20 years. We go ok down here given there aren't that many people or access to resources...
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 01-05-2023, 11:26 PM
Replies: 334
Views: 20,054
Posted By Marv
Hi guys, for anyone interested the guys at Mighty...

Hi guys, for anyone interested the guys at Mighty Car Mods did a 30minute video on my '64's build. It isn't for the purists but maybe some of you guys will find it interesting.
...
Forum: LS Talk 01-05-2023, 10:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,399
Posted By Marv
Supercharged 403ci '64 Bonneville build

Hi guys,

I originally built the 389 in my car up to a 400 with a mild combo, then upgraded that with Edelbrock heads and EFI, then chose a different direction as Pontiac parts are too hard to...
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 11-18-2022, 12:10 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,139
Posted By Marv
This is my swap -...

This is my swap - https://mightycarmods.com/blogs/news/beat-the-drums-swap-your-classic-to-disc-brakes?_pos=1&_sid=e28db1e23&_ss=r

The hubs are basic trailer style ones, which came in the kit...
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 10-31-2022, 07:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,139
Posted By Marv
I changed my 64 Bonneville to 5x4.75 when i added...

I changed my 64 Bonneville to 5x4.75 when i added my Hoppers Stoppers disc conversion. This uses a modern style slide-on hub/spindle holding the studs, which the disc slips over the top of. I can...
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 10-10-2022, 04:55 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,148
Posted By Marv
My car (green one) uses 15in centres stepped-up...

My car (green one) uses 15in centres stepped-up to 17in wheels so I have better tire selection. This is using a modern 2-piston brake rotor and ~300mm ventilated disc. I could fit a 4-piston and...
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 10-10-2022, 04:54 PM
Replies: 334
Views: 20,054
Posted By Marv
Cheers 455HOGT37 -it is a LOT of fun to drive...

Cheers 455HOGT37 -it is a LOT of fun to drive haha!
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 10-06-2022, 08:39 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,148
Posted By Marv
Here is my car on: 1. 15x7in Cragar S/S 2....

Here is my car on:

1. 15x7in Cragar S/S
2. 17x7in American Racing 200S
3. 17x8/17x9 US Racing "Rallye II" copies
4. 17x8/17x9 custom Mawer-style wheels

1....
Forum: LS Talk 08-23-2022, 05:39 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,048
Posted By Marv
I found it easier to get sensors and parts for...

I found it easier to get sensors and parts for Gen IV over Gen III, and tuners I know reckon the 58-tooth reluctor wheel on a Gen IV crank gets better resolution when it comes to tuning properly...
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 08-09-2022, 10:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,720
Posted By Marv
Sounds like a consular car. A friend has a 62 4dr...

Sounds like a consular car. A friend has a 62 4dr HT Bonneville which was one of a handful brought new to Australia and loaded with fruit - power seats, windows, brakes, steer, tri-power 389, etc.
Forum: LS Talk 07-30-2022, 05:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,048
Posted By Marv
There are also plenty of adapters to run stock 3...

There are also plenty of adapters to run stock 3 bolt and 4 bolt LS throttle bodies vertically on a single plane manifold - you really do need a fair bit of cam to make those 4bbl style manifolds...
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 07-28-2022, 05:57 PM
Replies: 334
Views: 20,054
Posted By Marv
I didn't cut the tunnel, I just had to liberate...

I didn't cut the tunnel, I just had to liberate space with a hammer around the trans cooler fittings and the RH side of the bellhousing. It is roughly the same size as a TH400 overall, but it is just...
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 07-28-2022, 02:53 AM
Replies: 334
Views: 20,054
Posted By Marv
It's a Hughes Performance HT25-1HD which is their...

It's a Hughes Performance HT25-1HD which is their 1000hp-rated 4L80E four-speed auto.
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 07-27-2022, 09:10 PM
Replies: 334
Views: 20,054
Posted By Marv
I actually made my own cotton reel-style poly...

I actually made my own cotton reel-style poly mounts using a universal "Tuff Mounts" shackle kit from down here in Australia.

To get the engine low enough in the chassis I had to do a lot of......
Forum: 61-66 Big Pontiac TECH 07-27-2022, 05:44 PM
Replies: 334
Views: 20,054
Posted By Marv
Thanks guys - it should make between 1000hp and...

Thanks guys - it should make between 1000hp and 1200hp at the crank so I don't think it'll be slow haha.

I am already planning to have the chassis and suspension 3D-scanned so a new, stronger and...
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